Mandarin Tree

The Mandarin is thought to be a hybrid between the Clementine Mandarin and the Orlando Tangelo.

This variety can be quite vigorous to grow and sometimes develops thorns. The tree produces medium sized fruits with a slightly pebbled thin reddish-orange skin but is easy to peel. The flesh inside is a deep orange, fine textured, juicy and sweet.

This variety can be used to made a rich sweet marmalade.

• Self Fertile.
• Fruits do contain seeds.
• Early to fruit/mature.
• Requires Winter frost protection (a minimum of 41F (5C)and ideally 50F (10C)or higher).
• Likes a sunny, warm position.
• Prefer free draining, slightly acidic (pH 6 - 6.5) soil.
• Please note that it is normal for all citrus to shed their leaves if the surrounding temperatures change suddenly, they simply releaf.
• Edible scented flowers.
• Perfumed flowers.
• Can be grown in pots.
• Ensure the compost remains moist but doesn't get overly wet.
• Never let the plant sit in water (as this will cause rot).
• Feed the trees once a month from April until September and then every three months the rest of the year with a quality, general fertiliser.
• Any pruning that is required is best done late Autumn when the tree is dormant.